Most broadcast facilities are mid-transition from SDI to IP, running both at once. Here you'll find coverage of SMPTE ST 2110, remote and cloud production, bonded cellular contribution, camera-to-cloud workflows, and the switchers and gear keeping live shows on air.
LiveU successfully deployed the first remote Video Assistant Refereeing (VAR) system for the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Pro League, bringing VAR to the Pacific Islands. This solution utilizes portable transmission kits to overcome infrastructure limitations, providing a blueprint for remote production in challenging regions. The system enables real-time referee communication and multiple camera feeds with low latency, meeting FIFA standards.
Graphics leaders from CBS Sports, Fox Sports, and NBC Sports discuss the evolution of scorebug design in live sports production, emphasizing information hierarchy, motion graphics as a functional tool, and operational design challenges. The article highlights the scorebug's role in broadcast branding, data integration, and its potential for personalization and monetization on streaming platforms.
UFC is undertaking a massive and logistically complex production for its UFC Freedom 250 event across three unique venues in Washington D.C., including the White House South Lawn, involving over 100 cameras and nine NEP mobile units. The production requires significant engineering to stage a fight card in non-traditional locations, dealing with challenging construction deadlines, diverse camera placements, and stringent security clearances for equipment and personnel. The event will also be delivered entirely in HDR, highlighting advanced production techniques.
AMD announced its new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, featuring a dual CCD configuration with 128 MB 3D V-Cache per CCD. This processor targets demanding applications, with media encoding often benefiting from such high-performance CPU architectures.
Clear Angle Studios has launched the Volumetric Capture Rig (VCR), a new modular 4D Gaussian splat capture system designed for high-end VFX production. The VCR offers photoreal dynamic assets, reduces production costs, and introduces new re-lighting approaches for digital scenes, with major studios like Disney, Universal, and Netflix already using its services. This technology aims to meet the rising demand for highly believable digital performances in Film, TV, and streaming with fewer post-production steps.
EVS highlights its Cerebrum broadcast control system, designed for managing IP, SDI, or hybrid infrastructures across various production environments. The system supports over 250 protocols, including NMOS, SDP, and Ember+, and offers flexible, device-agnostic licensing and customizable interfaces for comprehensive control and orchestration. It aims to streamline operations and reduce TCO for broadcasters.
The FCC has granted conditional approval for several foreign drone models to operate in the U.S. market, but notably excluded market leader DJI due to ongoing security concerns. This decision impacts filmmakers who rely on DJI, compelling them to consider alternative drone suppliers. Industry experts anticipate a challenging transition given DJI's market dominance, prioritizing security over convenience.
Project B, a new global basketball competition, has selected Host Broadcast Services (HBS) to manage all centralized broadcast production and technical operations. HBS will provide end-to-end live game production, arena infrastructure, multi-camera operations, and global feed management for the competition, which will stream live on YouTube. This partnership aims to deliver premium live and shoulder programming with world-class production standards.
Roku has introduced its first projector for the UK market, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector, available at an early-bird discount of £129.99 on Amazon. This new hardware integrates the Roku streaming platform, AirPlay, and Dolby audio, offering up to a 150-inch 1080p display and expanding Roku's ecosystem beyond traditional streaming devices and smart TVs.
Kiloview will showcase broadcast-grade AV-over-IP solutions for studios, auditoriums, and UC meetings at InfoComm 2026. The company is focusing on application-driven solutions to simplify IP video deployment and management for professional AV teams. Demonstrations will include solutions for UC applications, smart AV-over-IP distribution, lightweight IP studios, and reliable remote contribution.
Cadrage GmbH, the maker of the Cadrage director's viewfinder app, has launched Cadrage Studio in early access. This pre-production suite for iPhone, iPad, and Mac unifies scripts, shot lists, camera diagrams, mood boards, and locations, emphasizing privacy-by-design by keeping all data on-device and in iCloud. It offers features like automatic scene and character detection, LiDAR room scans for floor plans, and comprehensive media linking for creative workflows.
Iodyne and Red Digital Cinema demonstrated a multicamera ingest workflow at Cine Gear Expo 2026, featuring direct recording to Iodyne Pro Data and Pro Mini Smart Drive. This setup bypasses traditional card-based systems, enabling immediate grading, editorial access, and collaborative post workflows at the edge. The demonstration focused on streamlining production for live events and virtual production using hardware and workflow solutions.
Liberty announced new professional AV solutions at InfoComm 2026, including KVM control, advanced multiview, and wireless collaboration. These offerings are designed to simplify AV deployment and enhance performance across various professional settings. The company aims to address real-world AV challenges with user-friendly and reliable solutions.
The global Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) market is projected to grow to $3.12 billion by 2035 at a 4.69% CAGR, driven by ongoing investments in infrastructure, advanced transmission technologies, and digital broadcasting adoption. Harmonic and ATEME are highlighted among the key players making developments in compression and broadcasting technology for DTT. The market sees product innovations in advanced digital receivers and integrated broadcasting solutions.
Sony is launching two new compact, lightweight 4K PTZ cameras, the SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10, designed for various AV environments including corporate and education. The SRG-AS10 features AI auto framing with subject tracking and multi-person framing capabilities, while both models offer 4K 60p support, enhanced pan/tilt performance, and IP streaming including NDI® HX2, RTSP, RTMP, and SRT protocols.
FIFA has opened the International Broadcast Centre (IBC) in Dallas for the 2026 World Cup, a 45,000-square-meter facility serving as the central broadcast operations hub for the tournament. Lenovo is providing servers and AI-enabled systems to manage live video data and reduce IPTV latency, in addition to supporting new broadcast features like AI-powered player avatars and real-time referee camera stabilization. This infrastructure will support thousands of media representatives and ensure global distribution of the event.
tvONE is set to debut its new 4RU CALICO PRO (C7-PRO-4200) video processor at InfoComm 2026. This modular system offers uncompressed 4K60 performance, 10-bit HDR processing, and support for up to 128 million output pixels, targeting mission-critical video processing in broadcast, large-scale LED, and immersive environments.
Sony has commenced shipping its new 8K Full-Frame Mirrorless a7R VI camera. This product release offers advanced camera technology relevant for high-resolution content acquisition in streaming production workflows.
Qualcomm has unveiled its new Dragonwing MBM715 and MBM415 system-on-chips (SoCs), integrating 5G, Wi-Fi, multimedia processing, and on-device AI for "interactive broadband" devices like smart kiosks and retail terminals. These 4-nm SoCs are designed to combine connectivity, display, camera, and AI, eliminating the need for separate processors in edge devices. The MBM715 notably supports up to 4K@60fps video, AV1/VP9/HEVC codecs, and a dedicated AI engine, while the MBM415 offers a lower-cost option for simpler applications.
Xinzhi has introduced an 8-in-1 MPEG-2/H.264 SD encoder that supports 8 independent CVBS or SDI video inputs, along with audio encoding and an ASI input. The professional SD encoding and multiplexing device targets applications like ISDB-T, offering ultra-low bit-rate and MPTS/SPTS UDP IP output capabilities. It includes comprehensive video and audio specifications and supports NMS operation for management.
MadisonAV has expanded its exclusive distribution agreement with Audinate in Australia to include Dante AVIO Adapters, Dante Domain Manager, and Dante Virtual Soundcard. This partnership simplifies procurement for professional AV integrators managing large Dante deployments and mixed analog/IP environments. The broader agreement extends MadisonAV's role to cover Audinate's full hardware and software range in Australia.
PTZOptics will showcase intelligent video workflows, including connected cameras, software, and AI-assisted tracking, at InfoComm 2026. The company aims to provide practical ways for AV teams to create smarter video environments across various sectors. This includes enhancing production workflows for education, healthcare, public sector, conferencing, and live events.
NHL Productions, Monumental Sports, and Michael Levitt Productions are collaborating on the third annual Stanley Pup, a rescue dog competition. The event, which airs on truTV, HBO Max, Sportsnet, NHL's YouTube channel, and NHL Network, utilizes various Sony cameras and GoPro HERO 11 Black models for production. The initiative aims to entertain and inform audiences while promoting animal adoption.
Ideal Systems received two Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards for its NDI-based multimedia production studio at Singapore Institute of Technology and an AI-enhanced newsroom for Collective Newsroom in New Delhi. The projects highlight Ideal Systems' work in advanced broadcast technology, including NDI workflows and an AI-assisted integrated newsroom system built around NxtEdition. These initiatives demonstrate the application of vendor solutions in educational and news production across Asia.
Judi Weiss, ESPN Senior Manager of Remote Operations (Studio), is highlighted for her 30+ years in sports production, overseeing major events like College GameDay and NBA remote programming. She discusses the logistics of these events, the challenge of a crewing shortage in the industry, and her philosophy of mentoring junior staff. Her role involves vendor coordination and technology integration for live sports production.
Bit-Brick unveiled the EPC1000, an industrial edge computing system featuring the SpacemiT K1 RISC-V processor. This system supports 4K60 decoding and 4K30 encoding for H.265, H.264, VP8, and VP9 formats, equipped with an AI engine and GPU for various industrial applications including edge video processing. The EPC1000 offers extensive connectivity and industrial-grade interfaces, operating on Bianbu Linux and OpenHarmony.
The global AI server chassis market is forecast to grow to over $13 billion by 2035, driven by the increasing power density of AI accelerators, the shift to liquid cooling, and surging demand from hyperscale cloud providers. This market transformation redefines chassis as active thermal and power subsystems, impacting the infrastructure foundational to advanced AI capabilities for media processing and delivery. Key players include Supermicro, Dell, HPE, Lenovo, and major ODMs like Foxconn and Quanta Computer.
This article discusses the challenges and evolving solutions in color management for modern cinematography, highlighting how the complexity of various equipment and standards affects color consistency. It mentions the acquisition of Flanders Scientific by Atomos as a consolidation within the monitoring market and also touches upon ongoing efforts to standardize white light across devices. The piece emphasizes the tension between flexibility and consistency in color handling for production professionals.
Strada has launched version 2 of its media access platform, enabling remote collaboration directly on local drives without cloud uploads or downloads. Key updates include RAW and RED RAW playback over standard internet connections, aiming for a more familiar desktop-like workflow for creative professionals. The platform emphasizes cost savings and enhanced security by keeping media on-premises.
Kokusai Denki Electric America will showcase new 4K production cameras and remote control panels at InfoComm 2026. These products, including the Z-HD6500-S1 UHD/HD production camera and the RU-2500JY remote control panel, aim to offer AV professionals flexible and cost-effective solutions for native 4K production and efficient remote workflows. The Z-HD6500-S1 features 2/3-inch UHD-native sensors and a native 4K global shutter, while the RU-2500JY supports REMI and decentralized production.
Klvr will demonstrate its Charger Pro system at InfoComm 2026, offering a professional-grade rechargeable battery alternative for pro AV and live events. The solution aims to reduce costs and environmental impact associated with single-use batteries for venues, integrators, and production teams. Klvr's system supports standard-sized AA and AAA batteries compatible with various manufacturers' devices, providing high performance and extended charge cycles.
This article provides an in-depth overview of virtual production for broadcast, detailing its principles, terminology, and technology. It focuses on the use of LED video walls and tracked cameras to create immediate visual effects, shifting workload from post-production to pre-production. The piece also explores the technical challenges and benefits, such as interactive lighting, for film and television productions.
Hollyland has launched its Astra P1 PTZ camera for $1,999, featuring 4K60 imaging, 30x optical zoom, and AI tracking capabilities. The camera includes a bundled NDI|HX3 license and targets live production, corporate, event, and faith sectors. It supports multiple outputs and streaming protocols including RTMP(S), SRT, RTSP, and Multicast.
Godox has announced an inflatable LED ring light, the LR150 Air, designed for enhanced portability and quick setup for mobile creators and solo shooters. This new design allows the light to be deflated and packed flat, reducing the bulk associated with traditional lighting setups. It aims to provide a travel-friendly, soft, and flattering lighting solution for on-location production days.
TVU Networks has released a new ebook focused on cloud, IP, and hybrid media ecosystems for sports production. The guide aims to help rights holders, broadcasters, and creators scale output efficiently without increasing costs. It covers the shift from SDI to IP and next-generation sports media stacks.
Appear CTO Andy Rayner discusses the company's evolution and the broader changes in the broadcast sector, emphasizing the need for industry collaboration on interoperable and standardized solutions. Appear is expanding its X Platform with the new VX software for live production workflows and highlights the ongoing transition to hybrid cloud models and remote production. Rayner also touches on the increasing internal and external impact of AI in development and customer solutions.
Freelance VFX supervisor Kevin Lingenfelser discusses his 33-year career, covering his role in visual effects management for film and television projects, notably for Netflix. He shares insights into the evolution of the VFX industry, including his experiences with virtual production and his perspective on the capabilities and limitations of AI in the field. Lingenfelser details his workflow, tools, and creative process from pre-production through final QC.
Amazon Renewed is selling the Canon EOS C80 6K Full Frame Cinema Camera for $4,678, which is an $820 discount from its new price. This offer provides filmmakers with a professional 6K cinema camera at a reduced cost, emphasizing the need for buyers to carefully inspect the refurbished unit.
OWC has launched the Express 4M2 Ultra, the first certified Thunderbolt 5 four-slot NVMe M.2 enclosure, catering to video professionals. This new storage solution offers speeds up to 6,622MB/s, designed to handle demanding workflows like 12K RAW and 8K multicam footage. It provides flexible storage through user-provided NVMe drives and various RAID configurations, with support for up to 32TB.
URayTech has launched the UHE265-8, an 8-channel HDMI to IP video encoder designed for multi-platform live streaming. This hardware device supports HEVC/H.265 and H.264 video encoding, along with multiple streaming protocols including UDP, HLS, RTMP, RTSP, SRT, and ONVIF. It offers flexible solutions for broadcasters and content creators needing high-density, multi-channel video input.
Australian News Channel (ANC), operating Sky News Australia, has implemented Grass Valley's AMPP platform to modernize its newsroom production with a cloud-based architecture. This transition allows over 250 media professionals to collaborate remotely and deliver more than 1,500 hours of content weekly, enhancing efficiency and enabling fully distributed workflows. The solution includes Framelight X for browser-based editing and Playout X for cloud playout.
Dutch broadcast services firm Broadcast Rental has established a UK subsidiary, Broadcast Rental UK, expanding its international footprint. Led by former Gravity Media executive Matt Coyde, the UK operation will initially focus on wireless camera systems, RF services, and dry-hire rental equipment, with plans to build a local stock base at Shepperton Studios North. This strategic move aims to leverage the parent company's expertise in live event production and capture the UK market, particularly after Brexit.
ASUS Malaysia is launching new RTX Spark-powered ProArt laptops (P16/P14) and Mini PCs in Malaysia, designed for demanding AI workloads, productivity, and gaming. These systems feature NVIDIA RTX Spark technology, enabling capabilities like 12K video editing, 4K AI video generation, and local execution of large language models with up to 120 billion parameters. The ProArt Mini PC offers up to 1 petaflop of AI performance in a compact chassis, targeting creators, developers, and edge AI deployments.
Glensound will exhibit its new DARK22M network audio interface at InfoComm 2026. This device is designed for professional broadcast and live production, supporting Dante and AES67 for high-quality audio routing and conversion. Further details on specifications and pricing are anticipated at the event.
WRTV, an Indianapolis ABC affiliate owned by Circle City Broadcasting, is set to launch a virtual studio this fall, leveraging ENCO's Qimera platform for augmented and virtual reality capabilities. This upgrade signifies a significant investment in local journalism and aims to enhance the viewer experience across various platforms. The project is designed by FX Design Group and uses ENCO technology to power the virtual production.
Project B has appointed Host Broadcast Services (HBS) as the official host broadcaster for its new global basketball circuit, launching in 2027. This multi-year agreement tasks HBS with managing all centralized broadcast production and technical operations, establishing a streaming-first global production model that includes live game production, arena infrastructure deployment, and global feed management for distribution on YouTube and other platforms. The partnership highlights a significant investment in high-quality, streaming-native live sports production infrastructure.
Bell Media is constructing a temporary broadcast studio at Jack Poole Plaza in Vancouver for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with construction ongoing. Additionally, Bell has invested over $25 million to expand wireless network capacity in Vancouver and Toronto, deploying temporary cell towers and enhancing existing sites. These efforts aim to ensure robust live coverage and connectivity for viewers and fans across CTV, TSN, and Crave during the tournament.
Elgato has launched the Wave XLR Pro, a new audio interface designed for streamers with complex setups, featuring dual XLR inputs and a hardware mixing engine. Priced at 349.99 euros, it offers advanced routing, DSP effects, and standalone operation, differentiating itself from its predecessor and other interfaces in its class. The device integrates with Elgato's Wave Link 3.0 software and Stream Deck for control, providing a modular solution for multi-microphone and multi-source streaming setups.
AJA showcased its ColorBox and UDC-4K at Cine Gear 2026, featuring real-time color management and versatile format conversion. These solutions aim to simplify complex cinematic, broadcast, and virtual production workflows by providing immediate, hardware-accelerated processing directly in the signal path. The products address the increasing need for consistent color management and compatibility across multi-format, hybrid production environments.
The article details RGB LED TVs, a new evolution of Mini LED technology, which uses tri-colored red, green, and blue diodes to achieve enhanced color depth and brightness. It compares RGB LED to traditional Mini LED and OLED, highlighting advantages like higher BT.2020 color gamut coverage and brightness, while addressing disadvantages like potential crosstalk.
